Full Moon
2012 Full Moon dates
See every Full Moon in 2012 with traditional names and dates. Includes Harvest Moon, Strawberry Moon, and more.
| # | Date | Traditional Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tuesday, February 7, 2012 | Wolf Moon |
| 2 | Thursday, March 8, 2012 | Snow Moon |
| 3 | Friday, April 6, 2012 | Worm Moon |
| 4 | Sunday, May 6, 2012 | Pink Moon |
| 5 | Monday, June 4, 2012 | Flower Moon |
| 6 | Wednesday, July 4, 2012 | Strawberry Moon |
| 7 | Thursday, August 2, 2012 | Buck Moon |
| 8 | Saturday, September 1, 2012 | Sturgeon Moon |
| 9 | Sunday, September 30, 2012 | Harvest Moon |
| 10 | Tuesday, October 30, 2012 | Hunter's Moon |
| 11 | Wednesday, November 28, 2012 | Beaver Moon |
| 12 | Friday, December 28, 2012 | Cold Moon |
Traditional Full Moon namescome from Native American, Colonial American, and other traditional naming systems used in the Farmers' Almanac. Names vary by region and culture.
Note: All dates are in UTC. Calculated using the Meeus simplified synodic month algorithm (epoch J2000.0). Depending on your time zone, the Full Moon may fall on a different calendar date in your location.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Full Moons are in 2012?
- 2012 has 12 Full Moons. A typical year has 12 Full Moons, or 13 if a Blue Moon occurs.
- What is the Harvest Moon?
- The Harvest Moon is the Full Moon closest to the autumnal equinox (around September 22). It rises soon after sunset for several days, giving farmers extra light to harvest crops.
- Why do Full Moon names vary?
- Traditional Full Moon names come from Native American, Colonial American and other cultural traditions. Different regions and almanacs may use slightly different names for the same Moon.